Resolutions

• On August 19, 2026, Pakistan launched a formal protest and summoned a US diplomat following controversial remarks made by Sergio Gor regarding Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). • Islamabad cited United Nations Security Council (UNSC) resolutions to support its position and condemn the statements. • The incident highlights ongoing diplomatic tensions between Pakistan and the US over the disputed territory of Kashmir.

Attempt by independent senator set to test Democratic support for longtime US ally amid Trump’s war on IranAn attempt set for Wednesday by senator Bernie Sanders to block sales to Israel of bombs and bulldozers will serve as the latest litmus test of support for the longtime US ally among Democrats.Sanders, an independent who caucuses with Senate Democrats, plans to call up for a vote a resolution halting a $151.8m sale of 12,000 1,000lb bombs to Israel’s military, as well as a second resolution that would prevent the sale of $295m in bulldozers. Continue reading...